By Dana Nöllsch with Reno Arts News.
This is a look into the creative’s journey, with interviews of artists, actors, and other creatives in Reno, NV, with your host, Dana Nöllsch, and Friends.
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Check Out Season Three Below
Welcome to the first episode of our fourth season.
This week, we talked to Jamie Lynn Woodham and Spike McGuire about what is happening at the Brewery Art Center in Carson City. Trust me, a lot is going on with the art community in Carson City.
Season Four, Episode One: Brewery Arts Center with Jamie Lynn Woodham and Spike McGuire
June 11th, 2025
Your Host: Dana Nollsch
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Highway Jones
This week, we conclude our third season with Bill Brown.
Bill Brown is an Emmy award-winning journalist turned writer of sci-fi adventure novels.
Take a listen to find out more about Bill Brown.
Season Three, Episode Fourteen: Bill Brown
May 7th, 2025
Your Host: Dana Nollsch
Your Co-Host Michelle Nollsch
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Highway Jones
In this episode, we talk to Megan O’Reilly, the President of the Board of Directors at Sierra Arts and Co-Owner of Pitch Black Printing.
Take a listen to find out more about Megan O’Reilly.
Season Three Episode Thirteen: Megan O’Reilly
April 29th, 2025
Your Host: Dana Nollsch and Michelle Nollsch
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Highway Jones
Join us for a conversation with Melissa Taylor, the Executive Director of Reno Little Theater.
Taylor is a lifelong theatre geek and has been with RLT since 2013. Take a listen to find out what RLT is up to as they celebrate their 90th birthday.
Here is a link to RLT’s website: Renolittletheater.org
Season Three Episode Twelve: Melissa Taylor
April 22nd, 2025
Your Host: Dana Nollsch
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Highway Jones
Ryan owns No City Roasters and is a proficient plein-air painter and teacher. He teaches groups of painters the finer aspects of plein-air painting.
We talked about how creativity can be the driving part of life if we allow it and embrace the creativity that we all hold inside of us.
Season Three Episode Eleven: Ryan Stark
April 16th, 2025
Your Host: Dana Nollsch
Your Co-Host, Mandy Medlin Hudspeth
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Highway Jones
Season Three Episode Ten: Krystal (with a K)
This week, we talked to Krystal (with a K).
Krystal is a very inspiring artist whom you should know.
To find out more, check out her website: https://www.krystalwithak.art/
Don’t forget about her Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/krystalwithak.art/
Season Three Episode Ten: Krystal (with a K)
April 9th, 2025
Your Host: Dana Nollsch
Your Co-Host Michelle Nollsch
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Highway Jones
This week, we talked to Shea King, who is very involved with the Reno theatre community. From teaching to directing and even being instrumental in the day-to-day running of a local theatre, Shea is doing all the things theatre.
Check out TMCC Theatre’s Facebook: facebook.com/TMCCTheatre
Here is a link to Good Luck Macbeth’s Facebook: facebook.com/GoodLuckMacbethTheatre
April 2nd, 2025
Your Host: Dana Nollsch
Your Co-Host Michelle Nollsch
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Highway Jones
This week, we sat down with Tricia Poulos Leonard.
Tricia is an abstract and multi-media artist who is very active in the Reno Arts Community.
Here is her bio from her Artists Co-op Page:
As a painter, I find inspiration in the world around me. I employ a personal vocabulary of marks and colors that reflect the natural world. My work varies from representational to abstract, and I am continually moving between the two styles. I tend to work in series, either with the materials I use or the exploration of imagery. Every painting is an experiment to me. Sometimes, the end product is a surprise, even to me. My materials, techniques, and interests all direct me to a place that craves a connection to the world we live in.
Check out Tricia’s website: triciastudio.com
Here is a link to his Instagram: instagram.com/triciapoulosleonard/
March 19, 2025
Your Host: Dana Nollsch
Your Co-Host Michelle Nollsch
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Highway Jones
This week, we talked to David McCamant about his career in art, teaching art, and more.
Check out Davids website: davidmccamant.com
Here is a link to his Instagram: www.instagram.com/david_mccamant
March 6, 2025
Your Host: Dana Nollsch
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Highway Jones
With special thanks to:
Nevada Fine Arts for their continued support of the podcast.
Reno Arts News for their undying support of the Reno Art Scene.
Season Three Episode Seven: David McCamant
This week, we sat down with Braighlee Rainey, a painter of women. We had a wonderful conversation that you will want to listen to.
So, get a cup of coffee and join us for this inspiring conversation.
You can find Braighlee here.
March 6, 2025
Your Host: Dana Nollsch
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Highway Jones
With special thanks to:
Nevada Fine Arts for their continued support of the podcast.
Reno Arts News for their undying support of the Reno Art Scene.
Season Three Episode Six: Braighlee Rainey
Today, we had a great conversation with Caedron Burchfield about Street Art. Street Art, from Tagging to Murals to Graffiti, we talk about it all in a very frank way.
So sit back and take a listen.
February 19, 2025
Your Hosts:Dana Nollsch and Mandy Medlin Hudspeth
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Highway Jones
With special thanks to:
Nevada Fine Arts for their continued support of the podcast.
Reno Arts News for their undying support of the Reno Art Scene.
Season Three Episode Five: Caedron Burchfield
This week, we talked to author Brian Woody. He has a recently published book, “I Am Loving Awareness,” and he will be having a book signing at Nevada Fine Arts.
February 11, 2025
Your Hosts:Dana Nollsch andMandy Medlin Hudspeth
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Highway Jones
With special thanks to:
Nevada Fine Arts for their continued support of the podcast.
Reno Arts News for their undying support of the Reno Art Scene.
Season Three Episode Four: Brian Woody
Today, we talked to Kaleb Temple or, as you may know him, Kaleb the Doodler.
There is much more to Kaleb than just doodling.
He is a filmmaker, actor, artist, and more.
Take a listen and discover more about Kaleb Temple.
February 5, 2025
Your Hosts: Dana Nollsch and Mandy Medlin Hudspeth
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Highway Jones
With special thanks to:
Nevada Fine Arts for their continued support of the podcast.
Reno Arts News for their undying support of the Reno Art Scene.
Season Three Episode Three: Kaleb Temple
Today, we talked to Lyric Andy and Taylor Wilson about Silver State Storytellers and more. If you want to learn about creating a short film, this episode is for you.
Silver State Storytellers nvstorytellers.org
January 29, 2025
Your Hosts: Dana Nollsch and Mandy Medlin Hudspeth
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Highway Jones
With special thanks to:
Nevada Fine Arts for their continued support of the podcast.
Reno Arts News for their undying support of the Reno Art Scene.
Season Three Episode Two: Lyric Andy and Taylor Wilson
We start off our third season with an extended episode.
Today, we talk to Pablo Piccaso, portrayed by Doug Mishler.
Have you ever wondered who Piccaso was and what drove him to create? In this episode, you will learn about the man and the artist Pablo Picasso.
Doug Mishler performs Chautauquas, and one of his characters is Piccaso.
Don’t miss this extended episode of Creatives Talk Podcast and celebrate with us the start of our third season.
January 22, 2025
Your Hosts: Dana Nollsch and Mandy Medlin Hudspeth
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Highway Jones
With special thanks to:
Nevada Fine Arts for their continued support of the podcast.
Reno Arts News for their undying support of the Reno Art Scene.
Season Three Episode One: Pablo Picasso, portrayed by Doug Mishler
Check Out Season Two Below
This week, the Creatives Talk Podcast visits with Kris Vagner, Managing Editor of Reno News and Review and Founder/Editor of the online arts magazine Double Scoop.
This is the last podcast of this season, and we are so thankful for another great season of conversations with the creatives of our community. We will be back in January with fresh conversations.
November 6, 2024
Your Hosts: Tina Mokuau and Dana Nollsch
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Mr Smith and Antony Raijekov
With special thanks to:
Nevada Fine Arts for their continued support of the podcast.
Reno Arts News for their undying support of the Reno Art Scene.
Season Two Episode seventeen: Kris Vagner
This week, Tina and Dana celebrate this season’s penultimate episode with Pat Hickey.
Pat Hickey is a journalist and author discussing his latest book, “Here and Hereafter.”
Take a listen, and you will want to buy the book.
Find out more about Pat Here: https://pathickey.net/
November 6, 2024
Your Hosts: Tina Mokuau and Dana Nollsch
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Mr Smith and Antony Raijekov
With special thanks to:
Nevada Fine Arts for their continued support of the podcast.
Reno Arts News for their undying support of the Reno Art Scene.
Season Two Episode Sixteen: Pat Hickey
Today, we talk to Ashley Gottlieb; she is an incredible abstract artist and a wonderful person. Take a listen and find out more about Ashley Gottlieb.
October 29, 2024
Your Hosts: Tina Mokuau and Dana Nollsch
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Mr Smith and Antony Raijekov
With special thanks to:
Nevada Fine Arts for their continued support of the podcast.
Reno Arts News for their undying support of the Reno Art Scene.
Season Two Episode Fifteen: Ashley Gottlieb
This week, Tina and Dana sat down and talked to Dave Santina, Director of Local Content at PBS Reno.
The conversation touched on a multitude of subjects from the long-running PBS show Wild Nevada, new projects from PBS Reno, and the vibrant podcast world. Be sure to check this episode out!
October 16, 2024
Your Hosts: Tina Mokuau and Dana Nollsch
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Mr Smith and Antony Raijekov
With special thanks to:
Nevada Fine Arts for their continued support of the podcast.
Reno Arts News for their undying support of the Reno Art Scene.
Season Two Episode Fourteen: Dave Santina
Today, we talk to Pan Pantoja, an artist, educator, poet, creator, and more.
Pan is energetic and creative, having worked on many projects, and we talked about a few of them.
Listen to the podcast, and then check out these websites:
October 9, 2024
Your Hosts: Tina Mokuau and Dana Nollsch
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Mr Smith and Antony Raijekov
With special thanks to:
Nevada Fine Arts for their continued support of the podcast.
Reno Arts News for their undying support of the Reno Art Scene.
Season Two Episode Thirteen: Pan Pantoja
This week, we talked to Martina Young, artist, dancer, choreographer, author, poet, and teacher.
Our conversation touched on creativity, the Reno Art Community, and much more.
Take a listen.
Find out more about Martina Young:
Season Two Episode Eleven: Martina Young
October 2, 2024
Your Hosts: Tina Mokuau and Dana Nollsch
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Mr Smith and Antony Raijekov
With special thanks to:
Nevada Fine Arts for their continued support of the podcast.
Reno Arts News for their undying support of the Reno Art Scene.
Today, we talked to Aaron Foster about being a stand-up comedian, actor, artist, and more.
This is a fun episode that you don’t want to miss.
Check out Aaron’s Instagram: instagram.com/aaroncharlesfoster
September 24th, 2024
Your Hosts: Tina Mokuau and Dana Nollsch
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Mr Smith and Antony Raijekov
With special thanks to:
Reno Arts News for their undying support of the Reno Art Scene.
This week, your hosts, Tina and Dana, will take us to the Reno Tahoe International Art Show to chat with some artists who are showing their art.
Join them and check out their conversations with Candace Garlock, Kris Vagner, Beck Baumann, Braighlee Fine Art, Chilipepper’s Painting, Deanna M Cordova, Doomed Movement, Hannah Eddy, Joanna Dracos, Nichole King, Scott Forrest Fine Art, and William Francis Art.
September 18th, 2024
Your Hosts: Tina Mokuau and Dana Nollsch
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Mr Smith and Antony Raijekov
With special thanks to:
Reno Tahoe International Art Show for their support of the podcast.
Reno Arts News for their undying support of the Reno Art Scene.
Today’s guest is Consuelo Tyree. Consuelo is an emerging artist who discovered her artistic talent a little later in life. We talk about how her love for nature is closely related to her art and how she had a very different type of job before her adventure at Makers Paradise Gallery started. Listen in to find out more about Hispanic Heritage activities at Makers Paradise and so much more!
We had the most fun chatting with Emily
Reid! Emily is a wonderful artist, teacher,
zoo keeper and so much more. Her sense of
humor is contagious. Listen in to hear
some great stories about animals and art!
Join us for a fantastic conversation with
Briana Dolan. Briana and her father, Kevin
O’Keefe are the founders of the Reno Tahoe
International Art Show. We discuss this
year’s show and what to expect as well as
her personal art and family life.
This week, we talk to Debra Lynn Hull about life, acting, directing, the future of the Reno theatre community, and much more.
You don’t want to miss this one!!
This week, we sat down with James Gayles to talk about his early life, his vibrant career, and what you can expect from him in the future.
Gayles is a talented Watercolor-Portrait-Artist who has had a stunning artistic career that will inspire and amaze you. If you don’t know Gayles’s art, you should discover his portrait watercolors; you will be happy you did.
Take a listen to find out more about James Gayles.
Here are James Gayles’s social media links:
This week, we talked to Kelsey Mast about her artistic practice and what’s happening at Makers Paradise.
Equipped with skills in a diverse range of mediums—from painting, drawing, and ceramics to performance art and new media—Kelsey is an artistic chameleon. Her passion lies not just in personal creation but also in fostering creativity in others.
Take a listen to find out more about Kelsey Mast. Here are her social media links:
Season Two Episode Three: Kelsey Mast July 31, 2024
Your Hosts: Tina Mokuau and Dana Nollsch
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Mr Smith and Antony Raijekov
With special thanks to:
Makers Paradise Reno for their support of the podcast.
Reno Arts News for their undying support of the Reno Art Scene.
This week, we sat down with Deanna Cordova and had a captivating conversation about art, technique, social media, and more.
Deanna Cordova, a vibrant multidisciplinary artist originally from San Mateo, California, now draws inspiration from the enchanting landscapes of northern Nevada.
Through her art, Deanna strives to evoke appreciation and awareness, urging us to protect and cherish the wondrous world we inhabit.
Take a listen to find out more about Deanna Cordova.
Here are her social media links:
etsy.com/shop/dmcartanddesign
Season Two Episode Two: Deanna M Cordova
July 24, 2024
Your Hosts: Tina Mokuau and Dana Nollsch
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Mr Smith and Antony Raijekov
With special thanks to:
Nevada Fine Arts for their continued support of the podcast.
Reno Arts News for their undying support of the Reno Art Scene.
Join Tina and Dana for a conversation with John Paul Rivard about local theatre.
John Paul Rivard is a grown-up theatre nerd. John Paul is a powerhouse in the local theatre scene, director, actor, choreographer, and more.
Here are John Paul’s social media links.
Facebook: facebook.com/john.rivard
Instagram: instagram.com/johndipaul/
Season Two Episode Two: John Paul Rivard
July 17, 2024
Your Hosts: Tina Mokuau and Dana Nollsch
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Mr Smith and Antony Raijekov
With special thanks to:
Nevada Fine Arts for their continued support of the podcast.
Reno Arts News for their undying support of the Reno Art Scene.
Tina and Dana start their second season of Creatives Talk Podcast with Singer-Songwriter Grace Hayes.
Grace discusses her music, creative process, family, and how social media has helped her become a successful artist.
Listen to this week’s Creatives Talk Podcast to enjoy her heartfelt and dynamic style.
Here are Grace’s social media links.
Check out her work. She is an astonishing talent.
Facebook: facebook.com/graceorsomething
Instagram: instagram.com/graceorsomething
Threads: threads.net/@graceorsomething
YouTube: youtube.com/user/graceorsomething
TikTok: tiktok.com/@graceorsomething
Bio Link: bio.link/graceorsomething?
Season Two Episode One: Grace Hayes
July 10, 2024
Your Hosts: Tina Mokuau and Dana Nollsch
Editor/Sound Engineer: Dana Nollsch
Music by Mr Smith and Antony Raijekov
With special thanks to:
Nevada Fine Arts for their continued support of the podcast.
Reno Arts News for their undying support of the Reno Art Scene.
Check Out Season One Below
This week, we celebrate the final episode of our first season with silversmith and master jewelry maker Mandi Wirtanen. Mandi talks about how she discovered her love of jewelry making at a young age and her determination to hone her skills.
Take a listen and enjoy the conversation with Mandi.
This week, we sat down with Holly Galbo Bopp, the owner of Habitat Inspired.
We discussed the importance of creating personal space to reflect who you are and much more.
Take a listen and enjoy the conversation with Holly.
This week, we sat down with Rosine Bena, the Founder and Artistic Director of Sierra Nevada Ballet.
We talked about her career in ballet and the new facilities for the Sierra Nevada Ballet.
Take a listen and enjoy the conversation with Rosine.
This week, we talked to Janet Lazarus about theatre, the Sierra School of Performing Arts’ new facility, and much more. So take a moment and join us for this week’s Creatives Talk Podcast.
Janet Lazarus is one of the founders of the Sierra School of Performing Arts. She has been guiding SSPA and creating great theater for us since 2005.
This week, we had a wonderful conversation with Joseph Galata about how the arts are necessary for the health of the individual and the health of our society.
Joseph Galata is an award-winning professional and Executive Director of the Sierra Association of Foster Families. He advocates for children and youth by creating and facilitating various support programs. He is also an author, actor, dancer, and world traveler.
This week, we talked to Mandy Medlin, the new owner of Nevada Fine Arts. Mandy expressed her excitement about the opportunity to take the store forward into the future for the Reno Arts Community.
Take a listen to the podcast to find out more.
We had the extreme pleasure of talking to Candace Garlock in her studio. Candace is more than an artist and educator, she is an inspiration.
This week, we are joined by Debbie McCarthy, also known as About Town Deb. Take a listen as we discuss community, family, and the future.
“Debbie McCarthy, widely known as About Town Deb, is a spirited community advocate, passionate volunteer, and the engaging host of City Talk. Renowned for her dynamic presence both online and in the heart of Reno, Debbie embodies the spirit of connection and positive change. Her journey, enriched by diverse experiences in media, philanthropy, and community engagement, highlights her resilience and dedication to making a difference.
This week, we talked to Megan Berner, the Arts & Culture Manager for the City of Reno.
The conversation ranged from current and future Arts Projects for Reno and Berner’s personal art practice.
This is the link that Berner talks about in the podcast: https://www.reno.gov/community/arts-culture
We had the extreme pleasure of sitting down with Sam Sprague, who owns Micano Home.
Sam was one of the founders of the Midtown District and has quite the story of how he became a successful store owner and artist in Midtown.
We had a wonderful conversation with Eileen Fuller about local arts clubs and organizations. Eileen’s art is always inspirational, and I am sure you will find inspiration in our conversation.
Today, we celebrate International Women’s Day with Marilyn Newton.
For more than half a century, Marilyn Newton was a photojournalist for the Reno Gazette Journal. Covering the news, she made friends along the way, and Newton’s stories reflect a life lived with a passion that few can even imagine. We sat down with Marilyn Newton as she reflected on her life and shared her enthusiasm for the photos of Nevada she now creates and displays at the Artists Co-op.
We sat down with Nettie Oliverio to talk about her involvement with the Reno Arts Community and some of the current art projects she is involved in. This was a fascinating conversation that you will want to listen to.
Here is Nettie’s bio.
Your hosts Tina and Dana talked to Jesse James Ziegler about his poetry and the spoken word community.
Listen to our first Podcast and check out what is happening in the spoken word community here in Reno. Jesse James Ziegler serves as Poet Laureate for the City of Reno (5th-Jan/24-Dec/25). He is the creator and manager of Monday Night Poetry and Spoken Views Collective vice president.
To find out more go to: linktr.ee/SidewaysEight
With special thanks to:
Nevada Fine Arts for their continued support of the podcast.
Reno Arts News for their undying support of the Reno Art Scene.
Season One Episode One: Jesse James Ziegler